“It is with immense sadness, that today Leeds United Football Club learnt of the passing of former goalkeeper, Gary Sprake at the age of 71,” read a statement from Leeds.

“All the players, management, and staff at Leeds United sends its condolences and support to the Sprake family at this difficult time.

“Gary played over 500 times during an 11 year period for Leeds United, of which the club won the Second Division (1963-64) and First Division (1968-69) titles, in addition to the League Cup (1968) and two Inter-Cities Fairs Cups (1968 & 1971).

“As a mark of respect, we will be holding a minute’s applause ahead of kick-off at next Tuesday’s EFL Cup game against Norwich City.”